Trout & Salmon Flies of Wales [Hardcover]

Moc Morgan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1998

*26 color plates
*7 x 10
* Color photos and recipes for the most effective Welsh flies
* Fishing tips and background on the flies

This illustrated guide features all the traditional Welsh patterns, along with the best of recent creations and imports that have proved successful on Welsh rivers and lakes. A materials list is given for each pattern, along with fishing tips, a history of the fly's development, and comments on the water and species for which it was created. Of particular interest to visitors is information on which flies the locals use on their home waters. Also includes a concise history of fly fishing in Wales and an appendix on materials used in Welsh flies. Indispensable for fly fishers touring the British Isles or collectors of international fly fishing titles.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

"Moc Morgan has been an indefatigable promoter and spokesman for Welsh fishing for many years. He is undoubtedly Wales' best known angler and his services to fishing were recognised when he was honoured with an OBE, and a Gold Medal for 'services to sport in Wales' by the Welsh Sports Council. He has long been associated with the Welsh Flyfishing Team, both as former captain and long-standing competitor. He has been President of the International Flyfishers' Association of Great Britain, and International President of Flyfishing for the Disabled. He chaired the Welsh Anglers' Council and is the Secretary of the Teifi Pools Angling Association. He writes regularly for the Western Mail, and for Trout & Salmon and Trout Fisherman magazines. His successful radio programme Living in the Countryside with Moc Morgan ran for eight years and was followed by the TV series Moc's Country. He lives with his wife in the heart of Wales, in the village of Pontrhyhdfendigaid." --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 176 pages
• Publisher: Stackpole Books (August 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811716112
• ISBN-13: 978-0811716116
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,018,729 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)